Wrong trees in the wrong place can make cities hotter at night, study reveals

ScienceDaily
Dec 10, 2024, 11:56 am156 pts
While trees can cool some cities significantly during the day, new research shows that tree canopies can also trap heat and raise temperatures at night. The study aims to help urban planners choose the best combinations of trees and planting locations to combat urban heat stress.

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